The Bottom Line
The authors provide a wonderful background in wireless technology and teach you step-by-step how to plan, implement and secure your wireless network.
Pros
- Great overall discussion of securing wireless networks
- Comprehensive guide for planning, purchasing, implementing and securing a wireless network
- Provides case studies of wireless networks to support the lessons from the book
Cons
- None
Description
- Good introduction to wireless networking technology and concepts
- Contains instructions for troubleshooting problems with your wireless network
- Glossary of terms and abbreviations will help you decipher the acronyms to understand the concepts
Guide Review - Book Review: Building Secure Wireless Networks With 802.11
The authors of this book have extensive first-hand knowledge of the technology and concepts they write about. Recently, wireless networks have exploded onto the home and business markets. The ability to network computers without having to string cables across your home or hire a 3rd-party company to wire new network jacks is very appealing.
The problem is that if your network traffic is flying through the air to your wireless networked computers, it can also be intercepted by unintended recipients. If you are going to delve into the world of wireless networking, it is important that you read this book to learn how to do so securely.